Cravings and Addictions: Free Yourself from the Struggle of Addictive Behavior with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy

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· Tantor Media Inc · Narrated by Leslie Howard
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Whether you struggle with overeating, alcohol, drugs, or smoking, you're all too familiar with the cravings that propel your habit. Cravings-that intense desire for certain substances or behaviors with the aim of feeling pleasure and satisfaction-are the root of all addictive behaviors. Knowing what to do with those urges can make the difference between managing your addiction and giving into it. Cravings and Addictions presents practical strategies based in acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) to help you cope with the cravings at the core of your addiction. You'll learn to recognize the cues that lead to addictive behaviors, and discover how you can move beyond addiction to commit to a life driven by what you care about and want in life. ACT: Accept, Choose, and Take Action to Manage Your Cravings-and Take Back Control of Your Life! - Accept that cravings are a normal part of everyday life, just like other thoughts and feelings. - Choose to surrender to the craving-or choose to engage in actions aligned with your goals and values. - Take action to change your life for the better-and develop a sense of meaning, purpose, and vitality.

About the author

Maria Karekla, PhD, is a clinical psychologist and associate professor at the University of Cyprus where she heads the ACThealthy Clinical Psychology and Behavioral Medicine laboratory. She serves as the president-elect of the Association for Contextual Behavioral Science (ACBS) where she has been a fellow since 2019.

Megan M. Kelly, PhD, is a clinical psychologist and associate professor at the University of Massachusetts Medical School. She's been involved in addictions research for the past sixteen years, with a focus on the development of behavioral interventions for individuals with comorbid addictions and mental health disorders.

Leslie Howard is a talented audiobook narrator with a background in intensive yoga study, metaphysics, and fiber arts. She brings creativity, empathy, and a lifelong love of performance to her work.

Russ Harris is an internationally acclaimed acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) trainer, and author of the best-selling ACT-based self-help book, The Happiness Trap. He is widely renowned for his ability to teach ACT in a way that is simple, clear, and fun-yet extremely practical.

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